Orthopedics Surgeon (Trauma Surgeon) Per Diem

Overview

Bassett Healthcare Network, located in central New York, is seeking a BC/BE Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon to provide Per Diem support in Cooperstown, NY.

Job Description & Responsibilities

• Fellowship training is encouraged but not required.
• Access to an operating room for urgent and “cold trauma” cases in a dedicated emergent‑surgery suite.
• Allocated time for elective trauma reconstructive practice.
• Separate call schedules for Spine and Hand.
• Coverage of one centrally located emergency department.
• Join an established group of orthopedic surgeons with full support staff, including APCs, surgical residents, and opportunities for medical student interaction.

Requirements

• MD, DO, or MBBS degree.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible (BC/BE) in orthopedic surgery.
• Completion of an accredited U.S. residency in orthopedic surgery, resulting in board eligibility.
• New York medical license (or eligibility to obtain one).
• BLS certification.

Compensation

Per Diem Range: $3,300 – $4,300.

This range reflects Bassett Healthcare’s good‑faith belief of the compensation at the time of posting and may vary based on qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair‑market evaluation.

Benefits

• Malpractice coverage.
• Electronic medical record system: EPIC.